2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Buick Regal

To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Buick Regal
Make Chevrolet Buick
Model Corvette Regal
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 486 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4831 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2738 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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